Our God-centered God: Part One
Posted by Rick on Sep 27 2007 | Comments Off
by Rick Pidcock
Last winter, I could not wait to take my wife Ruth Ellen to our first guitar concert together. It was an evening with folk musician David Wilcox. David is one of the most unique musicians with his clever lyrics, heart-felt melodies, and deep connection with his audience.
One particular song that I like is entitled, “My God Is All About Me.” It is a parody of the stereotypical televangelist who says that God will make you rich if you simply give the televangelist all of your money. Unfortunately this view of God is echoed far too often in the church today. And perhaps, it is even lurking deep within your own heart, whether you realize it or not.
God’s glory has been defined as, “the beauty of His manifold perfections.” In other words, everything that God is and does reveals that He is of unparalleled magnificence and excellence.
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